The Big Green Bus is coming to your city!
Our Big Green bus is a mobile learning garden that pops-up across America in cities where our partners are actively transforming their communities through food. The bus offers us a space to distribute resources, capture stories, and bring communities together around the power of growing food.
Where We’re Going
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Your event isn’t just a gathering; it’s a catalyst for change within your community. By promoting your event, you’re not only increasing attendance but also igniting a spark that inspires action and cultivates a deeper connection to growing food.
KEY MESSAGING
- The Big Green Bus travels across the US uniting communities around the transformative power of growing food.
- The Big Green Bus is as a mobile learning garden designed to distribute gardening resources, capture stories and engage communities that are actively building more efficient and effective local food systems.
- Big Green is a national nonprofit dedicated to getting everyone in America growing food. We find, fund and help scale nonprofits working at a community level to solve their greatest challenges tied to the local food system.
- As a partner of Big Green, your organization joins a vast network of like-minded nonprofits who also fundamentally believe that growing food changes lives.
- Co-hosting events with Big Green and the Big Green Bus is an opportunity to invite your community to be part of a national movement that advocates for healthier outcomes for all through food.
How to Promote
Social Media
Engage your audience on social media with fun emojis and eye-catching visuals to attract attention to your event.
Sample Copy:
🌱 JOIN US! 🌱 On [DATE] from [TIME – TIME] at [PLACE], join @BigGreen for a celebration of community and the power of growing food together! 🥕🌽 Grab a FREE [Big Green home garden kit OR seeds], connect with the local community, and [HIGHLIGHT EVENT ACTIVITY]! Don’t miss out! #BigGreenBusTour #Community #GrowFoodTogether
Newsletters
Enhance your newsletter with clickable links for easy access to more information or to RSVP for the event.
Sample Copy:
We’re thrilled to invite you to join us for a special event with Big Green on [DATE] at [TIME – TIME] at [PLACE]! Big Green is bringing their #BigGreenBusTour to [CITY], and we can’t wait to celebrate our community and the power of growing food together.[EVENT DETAILS] Come grab a FREE [Big Green home garden kit OR seeds], connect with the local community, and [EVENT ACTIVITY]! It’s going to be an amazing day, and we want you to be a part of it.
Spread the word and mark your calendars—we can’t wait to see you there!
Flyers and Print
Grab attention quickly with visually appealing flyers that contain less text and more imagery.
Sample Copy:
Join Us! Date: [DATE] Time: [TIME – TIME] Location: [PLACE]
- Free Big Green home garden kit OR seeds for attendees
- Connect with your community
- Enjoy local eats
- Live music
Don’t miss out! Spread the word and invite your friends and family!
Website
Make it easy for visitors to find more information or RSVP directly on your website by including all essential event details.
Sample Copy:
Join us for a special event with @BigGreen on [DATE] at [TIME – TIME] at [PLACE]! Big Green is bringing their passion for growing food to [CITY], and we’re excited to be part of the celebration.
This event is all about coming together as a community to explore the transformative power of growing food. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just curious about getting started, there’s something for everyone at this event. Plus, attendees will have the opportunity to grab a FREE [Big Green home garden kit OR seeds].
Mark your calendars and spread the word! We can’t wait to see you there.
Tips & Tricks
Tag @BigGreen and use our official hashtags: #BigGreenBusTour
Create a dedicated event landing page or sections on your website.
Include consistency in branding and messaging, key event details, engaging visuals, and calls to action on all promotional materials.
Cross-promote with Big Green! We’re happy to help you promote your event with promotional materials, targeted ads, and more. Connect with Kelsie Contreras at kcontreras@biggreen.org.
